The Official First Day Cover, issued on July 1, 1997, celebrates the significant historical event of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China. This cover commemorates Hong Kong’s return to the motherland and the implementation of the “one country, two systems” policy.
The official stamp attached to the cover features a distinctive design that reflects local characteristics, symbolizing Hong Kong’s remarkable transformation from a small fishing port into an international metropolis.
This First Day Cover is not merely a postal item; it is a cultural treasure that intertwines history, art and local symbols. It vividly captures a pivotal moment in time, embodying profound collective memories and national sentiments. It is a valuable item for any collection focused on modern Chinese history and thematic philately. This precious historical heirloom will be preserved as a significant cultural legacy for the future generations of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

一九九七年七月一日發行之紀念首日封，旨在慶祝中華人民共和國香港特別行政區成立此一重大歷史事件。此封見證香港回歸祖國、實施「一國兩制」方針的歷史性時刻。封上貼附之官方紀念郵票，設計匠心獨運，深具香港本地特色，見證了其從小小漁港演變為國際大都會的傳奇歷程。

此首日封不僅是一件郵政物品，更是一件融合了歷史、藝術與本地特色的文化珍品。它生動捕捉了時代轉折的瞬間，承載著厚重的集體回憶與民族情懷，是為中國現代史收藏與專題郵集不可或缺的核心藏品。這件珍貴的歷史見證，將作為留給香港特別行政區未來世代的重要文化遺產永續傳承。